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France

US World Cup hero Rapinoe wins women's Ballon d'Or 2019

Argentinian Barcelona forward Lionel Messi claimed the men's Ballon d'Or award for a record sixth time.

World News

Euro 2020 draw: Who will complete the 'group of death'?

World champions France, Germany and Portugal have been drawn together in Group F, to be played in Munich and Budapest.

United Kingdom

Unai Emery: Arsenal the latest in Europe to sack manager

"The decision has been taken due to results and performances not being at the level required." Since 1st August this year, 20 managers have parted company with clubs in Europe’s top five leagues.

United Kingdom

Police chief at 1989 Hillsborough disaster cleared of manslaughter

Hillsborough football disaster police chief found not guilty

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Sport

Portuguese Joao Felix crowned Golden Boy 2019 after dazzling year

Joao Felix was named Golden Boy 2019 by Tuttosport, after a year in which the 20-year-old became the fourth most expensive player of all time.

Sweden

Ibrahimovic statue set alight and vandalised by angry Malmö fans

The legendary striker has caused some upset at his hometown club after it was confirmed he had bought a stake in rival team Hammarby

World

Manchester City 'most expensive sports team in Europe' after deal

The deal is said to break a new record in sports valuations, with club owners CFG now worth nearly $5bn.

Sport

Tottenham name Mourinho as new boss after Pochettino sacked by club

Three-time Premier League-winning manager Jose Mourinho is back as the new boss of Tottenham Hotspur.

Spain

Spain's top women footballers go on strike over pay dispute

The two-day strike action resulted in the cancellation of eight matches scheduled to take place over the weekend.

Russia

Russia football team ditch new Adidas kit after flag colour criticism

The Adidas-made kit for Russia's national football team has drawn criticism because of an apparently oversight on the design.

Netherlands

Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of Dutch footballer Kelvin Maynard

Dutch police have said one person has been arrested following an investigation into shooting of footballer Kelvin Maynard.

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Estudiantes marks roaring return to stadium with flaming lion

Estudiantes de La Plata inaugurated their redeveloped Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium in the most eye-catching fashion on Friday.

Italy

Racism in football: Are Italy's Ultras the problem or the solution?

Mario Balotelli's abuse by fans of Verona has brought racist chanting back into focus.

Italy

Two Celtic FC fans stabbed in Rome ahead of Lazio clash

The incident took place outside the Flann O'Brien pub where supporters of the Glasgow club had gathered. Italian police said the pair have been transported to hospital for treatment.

Bulgaria

Euroviews. Racism at the heart of Bulgarian football is becoming a litmus test for the rule of law ǀ View

The racism on display at the Bulgaria v England match is only part of a wider picture of intimidation and hooliganism in the country - and the rot goes straight to the upper echelons of power.

United Kingdom

Racism campaigners 'disheartened' by UEFA punishment of Bulgaria

'Disheartened, but not surprised': Football world reacts to Bulgaria's punishment for racism

USA

Watch: Rapinoe, Morgan, Bronze and White on Ballon d'Or shortlist

Also on the list is the inaugural winner of the award, Norway's Ada Hegerberg. Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Raheem Stirling are on the men's shortlist.

Bulgaria

Bulgarian police arrest six over Euro 2020 qualifier racist chants

The authorities added that they are trying to identify more suspects over the abuse hurled at England players during Monday's match in Sofia.

Bulgaria

Bulgaria's football chief quits over racism at Euro 2020 qualifier

A Euro 2020 qualifier between England and Bulgaria was temporarily halted on two occasions on Thursday evening after racist chants were heard from the stands.

Europe Decoded

Turkish players repeat controversial military salutes in France match

Turkish players have celebrated international goals with military gestures twice within a few days, after Turkey launched military operations in Syria against Kurdish forces.